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Dell™ Dimension™ 9200 Owner's Manual Service Tag CD or DVD eject button CD or DVD activity light FlexBays (2) for optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader microphone connector headphone connector diagnostic lights hard drive activity light power button USB 2.0 connectors (2) cover release latch power connector audio connectors USB 2.0 connectors (4) (rear quad) USB 2.0 connectors (2) (rear dual) network adapter card slots for PCI Express x1 (1), PCI Express x16 (1), PCI Express x4 (1), PCI (3) Model DCTA www.dell.com | support.dell.com
Dell™ Dimension™ 9200 Owner's Manual Service Tag CD or DVD eject button CD or DVD activity light FlexBays (2) for optional floppy drive or optional Media Card Reader microphone connector headphone connector diagnostic lights hard drive activity light power button USB 2.0 connectors (2) cover release latch power connector audio connectors USB 2.0 connectors (4) (rear quad) USB 2.0 connectors (2) (rear dual) network adapter card slots for PCI Express x1 (1), PCI Express x16 (1), PCI Express x4 (1), PCI (3) Model DCTA www.dell.com | support.dell.com
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... and names or their products. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this document is owned by Dell Inc. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, PowerConnect, XPS, DellNet, Dell TravelLite, Dell OpenManage, and StrikeZone are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; the Bluetooth word mark is subject...
... and names or their products. Reproduction in any proprietary interest in this document is owned by Dell Inc. Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Inspiron, Dell Precision, Dimension, OptiPlex, Latitude, PowerEdge, PowerVault, PowerApp, PowerConnect, XPS, DellNet, Dell TravelLite, Dell OpenManage, and StrikeZone are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation; the Bluetooth word mark is subject...
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Contents Finding Information 9 1 Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13 Front View of the Computer 13 Back View of the Computer 15 Back Panel Connectors 16 Connecting Monitors 17 Connecting Two Monitors With VGA Connectors 18 Connecting One Monitor With a VGA connector and One Monitor With a DVI Connector 18 Connecting a Television (TV 19 Changing the Display Settings 19 Setting Up a Printer 20 Printer Cable 20 Connecting a USB Printer 20 Connecting to the Internet 21 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 21 Setting Up a Home and Office Network 22 Connecting to a Network Adapter ...
Contents Finding Information 9 1 Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13 Front View of the Computer 13 Back View of the Computer 15 Back Panel Connectors 16 Connecting Monitors 17 Connecting Two Monitors With VGA Connectors 18 Connecting One Monitor With a VGA connector and One Monitor With a DVI Connector 18 Connecting a Television (TV 19 Changing the Display Settings 19 Setting Up a Printer 20 Printer Cable 20 Connecting a USB Printer 20 Connecting to the Internet 21 Setting Up Your Internet Connection 21 Setting Up a Home and Office Network 22 Connecting to a Network Adapter ...
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... 38 RAID Level 1 Configuration 38 Configuring Your Computer for RAID 39 Using the Intel RAID Option ROM Utility 40 Using the Intel Application Accelerator 42 Dell DataSafe (Optional 46 Intel® Viiv™ Technology (Optional 46 Using Intel Viiv Quick Resume Technology (QRT 46 Enabling the QRT Feature in System Setup...
... 38 RAID Level 1 Configuration 38 Configuring Your Computer for RAID 39 Using the Intel RAID Option ROM Utility 40 Using the Intel Application Accelerator 42 Dell DataSafe (Optional 46 Intel® Viiv™ Technology (Optional 46 Using Intel Viiv Quick Resume Technology (QRT 46 Enabling the QRT Feature in System Setup...
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3 Solving Problems 49 Troubleshooting Tips 49 Battery Problems 49 Drive Problems 50 CD and DVD drive problems 50 Hard drive problems 51 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 51 Error Messages 53 Media Card Reader Problems 54 Keyboard Problems 54 Lockups and Software Problems 55 The computer does not start up 55 The computer stops responding 55 A program stops responding 55 A program crashes repeatedly 55 A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 56 A solid blue screen appears 56 Other software problems 56 Memory Problems 57 Mouse Problems 57 ...
3 Solving Problems 49 Troubleshooting Tips 49 Battery Problems 49 Drive Problems 50 CD and DVD drive problems 50 Hard drive problems 51 E-Mail, Modem, and Internet Problems 51 Error Messages 53 Media Card Reader Problems 54 Keyboard Problems 54 Lockups and Software Problems 55 The computer does not start up 55 The computer stops responding 55 A program stops responding 55 A program crashes repeatedly 55 A program is designed for an earlier Windows operating system . . . . . 56 A solid blue screen appears 56 Other software problems 56 Memory Problems 57 Mouse Problems 57 ...
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... Identifying Drivers 70 Reinstalling Drivers 71 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 72 Restoring Your Operating System 72 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 72 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 74 5 Removing and Installing Parts 77 Before You Begin 77 Recommended Tools 77 Turning Off Your Computer 77 Before Working Inside...
... Identifying Drivers 70 Reinstalling Drivers 71 Resolving Software and Hardware Incompatibilities 72 Restoring Your Operating System 72 Using Microsoft Windows XP System Restore 72 Using Dell PC Restore by Symantec 74 5 Removing and Installing Parts 77 Before You Begin 77 Recommended Tools 77 Turning Off Your Computer 77 Before Working Inside...
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... 123 System Setup 127 Overview 127 Entering System Setup 127 System Setup Options 129 Boot Sequence 132 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 134 Clearing CMOS Settings 135 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 135 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 135 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 136 Contents 7
... 123 System Setup 127 Overview 127 Entering System Setup 127 System Setup Options 129 Boot Sequence 132 Clearing Forgotten Passwords 134 Clearing CMOS Settings 135 Dell Technical Support Policy (U.S. Only 135 Definition of "Dell-Installed" Software and Peripherals 135 Definition of "Third-Party" Software and Peripherals 136 Contents 7
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Only 136 FCC Class B 136 Contacting Dell 137 Glossary 159 Index 171 8 Contents FCC Notice (U.S.
Only 136 FCC Class B 136 Contacting Dell 137 Glossary 159 Index 171 8 Contents FCC Notice (U.S.
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...your CD to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to reinstall drivers (see "Drivers" on page 70), run the Dell diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer. Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may... Finding Information 9 Some features or media may not ship with your documentation. NOTE: This Owner's Manual is available as a PDF at support.dell.com. What Are You Looking For? • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for technicians or experienced users. • ...
...your CD to provide last-minute updates about technical changes to reinstall drivers (see "Drivers" on page 70), run the Dell diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on your computer. NOTE: Additional information may ship with your computer. Finding Information NOTE: Some features or media may... Finding Information 9 Some features or media may not ship with your documentation. NOTE: This Owner's Manual is available as a PDF at support.dell.com. What Are You Looking For? • A diagnostic program for my computer • Drivers for technicians or experienced users. • ...
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...devices. Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, online courses, and frequently asked questions Dell Support Website - Contact information, service call status, support history, service contract, and online discussions with other Dell customers • Upgrades - What Are You Looking For? • Service Tag and ...Key These labels are located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your Service Tag or product model. Service call ...
...devices. Troubleshooting hints and tips, articles from technicians, online courses, and frequently asked questions Dell Support Website - Contact information, service call status, support history, service contract, and online discussions with other Dell customers • Upgrades - What Are You Looking For? • Service Tag and ...Key These labels are located on your computer. • Use the Service Tag to identify your computer when you use support.dell.com or contact support. • Enter the Express Service Code to direct your Service Tag or product model. Service call ...
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...™ products and the Linux operating system • Additional information regarding Linux and my Dell Precision computer Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click Start→ Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem, then ...click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that came with your computer. The operating system is located on page 72. Dell Supported Linux Sites • linux.dell.com • lists.us.dell.com/mailman/listinfo/linux-precision Finding Information 11 After you ordered. What Are You Looking For? • How to use Windows...
...™ products and the Linux operating system • Additional information regarding Linux and my Dell Precision computer Find It Here Windows Help and Support Center 1 Click Start→ Help and Support. 2 Type a word or phrase that describes your problem, then ...click the arrow icon. 3 Click the topic that came with your computer. The operating system is located on page 72. Dell Supported Linux Sites • linux.dell.com • lists.us.dell.com/mailman/listinfo/linux-precision Finding Information 11 After you ordered. What Are You Looking For? • How to use Windows...
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12 Finding Information
12 Finding Information
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Setting Up and Using Your Computer Front View of the Computer 1 12 2 11 3 10 9 8 7 4 6 5 Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13
Setting Up and Using Your Computer Front View of the Computer 1 12 2 11 3 10 9 8 7 4 6 5 Setting Up and Using Your Computer 13
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... your computer (see "Diagnostic Lights" on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive. NOTE: It is recommended that you access the Dell Support website or contact support. 14 Setting Up and Using Your Computer The light may also be on when a device such as printers and keyboards...
... your computer (see "Diagnostic Lights" on when the computer reads data from the CD or DVD drive. NOTE: It is recommended that you access the Dell Support website or contact support. 14 Setting Up and Using Your Computer The light may also be on when a device such as printers and keyboards...
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Back View of the Computer 1 4 2 3 1 power connector Insert the power cable. 2 back I/O connectors Plug USB, network, S/PDIF, and audio devices into the appropriate connectors (see "Back Panel Connectors" on page 16). 3 card slots (6) Access connectors for any installed PCI or PCI Express cards. 4 power selection switch Manually select AC input power: 115 volts or 230 volts Setting Up and Using Your Computer 15
Back View of the Computer 1 4 2 3 1 power connector Insert the power cable. 2 back I/O connectors Plug USB, network, S/PDIF, and audio devices into the appropriate connectors (see "Back Panel Connectors" on page 16). 3 card slots (6) Access connectors for any installed PCI or PCI Express cards. 4 power selection switch Manually select AC input power: 115 volts or 230 volts Setting Up and Using Your Computer 15
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The computer is transmitting or receiving network data. On computers with an additional network connector card, use Category 5 wiring and connectors for your computer. A high volume of network traffic may make this light appear to the network. 2 network adapter connector NOTICE: Do not plug a telephone cable into the network connector. NOTE: It is recommended that typically remain (rear dual) connected, such as printers and keyboards. Back Panel Connectors 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 11 10 1 link integrity light • Green - A good connection exists between ...
The computer is transmitting or receiving network data. On computers with an additional network connector card, use Category 5 wiring and connectors for your computer. A high volume of network traffic may make this light appear to the network. 2 network adapter connector NOTICE: Do not plug a telephone cable into the network connector. NOTE: It is recommended that typically remain (rear dual) connected, such as printers and keyboards. Back Panel Connectors 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 11 10 1 link integrity light • Green - A good connection exists between ...
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NOTE: It is recommended that have a VGA connector. On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. 8 line-out/headphone connector Use the (green) line-out connector to attach headphones and most speakers with 7.1 speakers. The LFE channel drives a subwoofer to transmit digital audio without going through an analog audio conversion process. If you are connecting two monitors that you use the front USB connectors for computers with integrated amplifiers. On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. On computers with a sound card,...
NOTE: It is recommended that have a VGA connector. On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. 8 line-out/headphone connector Use the (green) line-out connector to attach headphones and most speakers with 7.1 speakers. The LFE channel drives a subwoofer to transmit digital audio without going through an analog audio conversion process. If you are connecting two monitors that you use the front USB connectors for computers with integrated amplifiers. On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card. On computers with a sound card,...
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Connecting Two Monitors With VGA Connectors 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 77. 2 Connect the VGA connector of the first monitor to the (blue) VGA connector on the back of the computer. 3 Connect the DVI connector of the second monitor to the (white) DVI connector on the back of the computer. 18 Setting Up and Using Your Computer If you how to connect two monitors with VGA connectors, one monitor with a VGA connector and one DVI Connector 1 optional DVI-to-VGA adapter 2 DVI connector (white) 4 VGA connector (blue) 3 TV-OUT connector Connecting One Monitor With...
Connecting Two Monitors With VGA Connectors 1 Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 77. 2 Connect the VGA connector of the first monitor to the (blue) VGA connector on the back of the computer. 3 Connect the DVI connector of the second monitor to the (white) DVI connector on the back of the computer. 18 Setting Up and Using Your Computer If you how to connect two monitors with VGA connectors, one monitor with a VGA connector and one DVI Connector 1 optional DVI-to-VGA adapter 2 DVI connector (white) 4 VGA connector (blue) 3 TV-OUT connector Connecting One Monitor With...
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If you do not have an S-video cable, you properly configure and connect the TV. An S-video cable is required. NOTE: To connect a TV to your computer to one or two monitors. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 19 For information on page 17). Connecting a Television (TV) NOTE: See the documentation that came with your TV to ensure that you may purchase one at most consumer electronics stores. For dual-monitor capable cards with one DVI connector and one VGA connector One DVI connector and one VGA connector: Two VGA connectors with your computer. 1 Follow the procedures in "...
If you do not have an S-video cable, you properly configure and connect the TV. An S-video cable is required. NOTE: To connect a TV to your computer to one or two monitors. Setting Up and Using Your Computer 19 For information on page 17). Connecting a Television (TV) NOTE: See the documentation that came with your TV to ensure that you may purchase one at most consumer electronics stores. For dual-monitor capable cards with one DVI connector and one VGA connector One DVI connector and one VGA connector: Two VGA connectors with your computer. 1 Follow the procedures in "...
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For dual-monitor capable cards with two DVI connectors Two DVI connectors: Two DVI connectors with a USB cable. See the documentation that came with your printer. The connectors fit only one of the connect two VGA monitors to the computer. DVI connectors on your computer DVI connectors on your computer to one or two DVI connect a VGA monitor to one way. 20 Setting Up and Using Your Computer If you purchased a printer cable at the same time you connect a printer to the monitors. Two DVI connectors with your printer). 3 Attach the USB printer cable to - Setting Up a Printer...
For dual-monitor capable cards with two DVI connectors Two DVI connectors: Two DVI connectors with a USB cable. See the documentation that came with your printer. The connectors fit only one of the connect two VGA monitors to the computer. DVI connectors on your computer DVI connectors on your computer to one or two DVI connect a VGA monitor to one way. 20 Setting Up and Using Your Computer If you purchased a printer cable at the same time you connect a printer to the monitors. Two DVI connectors with your printer). 3 Attach the USB printer cable to - Setting Up a Printer...